Puri, June 26: The much-awaited Sahanamela Darshan at Shree Jagannath Temple concluded today, allowing thousands of devotees a rare and intimate glimpse of the deities from close quarters.

The darshan, which began early in the morning, was followed by a temporary closure of the sanctum for nearly three hours to facilitate special rituals.

According to the temple administration, darshan will resume from the Baharakatha (outer corridor) after the completion of the Sakala Dhupa (morning food offering). After which, devotees will be able to continue their spiritual visit until approximately 7:00 PM this evening.

Sahanamela, also known as Sahana Mela, is a specific time during the daily rituals at the Jagannath Temple in Puri when devotees are allowed to have a close and free darshan (viewing) of the deities, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, near the Ratnavedi (jeweled throne). This darshan is offered without any ticket or fee and allows devotees to be near the deities, although touching them is not permitted.

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